> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://bhagavata.keshavaswami.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://bhagavata.keshavaswami.com/canto-07/o.p.e.n/n-naradas-instructions-11-15/levels-of-brahmanas.md). # Levels of Brahmanas Narada went on to discuss the refined qualities of civilised people which include non-violence, satisfaction and simplicity. He expertly presented how one can overcome negative qualities by incorporating higher principles into their life. When each *asrama* lives by such principles and strictly adheres to their respective duties, there is smooth social cohesion and substantial spiritual advancement. Having established the importance of the priestly class in society, Narada expanded on the various levels of *brahmana*. Some are attached to fruitive activities for social betterment (mostly *grhastas*), others are attracted to austerities and penances (mostly *vanaprasthas*), yet others are interested in studying the Vedas and teaching them (mostly *brahmacaris*), and the remaining are engaged in yoga systems like *bhakti* and *jnana* (mostly *sannyasis*). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://bhagavata.keshavaswami.com/canto-07/o.p.e.n/n-naradas-instructions-11-15/levels-of-brahmanas.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.